Honestly, I could careless whether it is a V8 or 4 cylinder. The fact that this engine is hand built by specialized Mercedes technicians makes this a true AMG in my opinion. It’s not the V8’s that makes AMG, it’s their craftsmanship and attention to detail is what makes them some of the best engines on the planet
@@Obamastucks10128 do you have a Mercedes??? Because you shouldn’t be shaming someone else’s car especially if you’re driving junk like a old Honda or a Fiat😂😂
@@theday2learn I have literally just driven 5 hours in mine. Longest drive ever! Got out feeling just fine (I am 50) You just need to play with ALL the seat settings - on the door then really fine tune on the side of the seat
@@driftyggs2609 Here in Australia @ MB dealer average $1200 per year for first 5 years. Obviously big difference between service A & service B - but that’s averaged out. Plus tyres / brakes. Non dealer - trusted Euro specialist- $800 or less if you can access parts buying @ wholesale - like we do here through AMG club. Overall - bang for buck - AMAZING!! I worked for MB for a few years & have been lucky enough to drive literally everything Now that I had the $$ CLA my first choice C63 very close 2nd - mainly due to ongoing service / rego / insurance costs
Great review bro, but the car does not have turbo lag. When doing a launch, you have to build the boost then you'll launch proper. The car also has a Race mode which is the most aggressive settings, not Sport+
I am shocked they removed the sharp body line under the door handles like on the 2019 model. It went from being aggressive looking to way more conservative looking . Both look good but the 2019 Gen looks way harder from the side and its not even close. What blows my mind is most on youtube like the new side view better. How is that? It looks so boring now. Sharp lines screamed AMG. Now from the side it does not look like an AMG. SMH.
He didn't do a race start. There is a race start procedure that will enable the car to rev out at maximum, build boost and then launch as you disengage the breaks. The fact the it built speed from his pull off, shows that he used normal driving mode which assumes you aren't trying to drag.
You didn't mention anything about the handling characteristics of this car?? What's your thoughts on that. I think engine is good but fir a car this expensive it better have a damn good handling chassis
Its feels like most newer cars today. I wil admit that I didn't have enough time with it to really feel out the handling but the thing that stood out at me specifically is that steering feel. Typically it feels very artificial, but in this car it felt more natural.
The A45s version sold in Europe and Australia where I'm from, actually has the most powerful 2.0L engine in production with 415 hp and 369 ft-lbs of torque. Strange you guys don't have that version.
And its a shame you guys get a deformed shape car with those humps in the rear. Understand they are bumpers which are mandatory in some states. Sure as hell makes the back looks ugly af.
you have platic on doors donwside, cla 45s 0-60 mph 3.7, 3.8 seconds, in Germany this car without options 64 000 euros (euro is a little bit stronger than american dollar) and with options (full loaded) worth about 95 000 euros.
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Honestly, I could careless whether it is a V8 or 4 cylinder. The fact that this engine is hand built by specialized Mercedes technicians makes this a true AMG in my opinion. It’s not the V8’s that makes AMG, it’s their craftsmanship and attention to detail is what makes them some of the best engines on the planet
its not a V8 simply because these kind of motors will die because of EU regulations.. in the future we wont see any v8 in AMGs anymore...
Do these cars last long for this reason?
The hand built part doesn't even matter either....
@@_baller why? cant have a real AMG without custom one man one engine concept.
you could care less? or couldn't?
love my cla45. powerful yet elegant. puts a smile every time
C43 owner here but damn I do really love the CLA45, still my dream car
Your C43 and pre 2020 CLA45 sounds much louder and nicer from the outsider than this new model.
43 is a fake amg
@@Obamastucks10128 do you have a Mercedes??? Because you shouldn’t be shaming someone else’s car especially if you’re driving junk like a old Honda or a Fiat😂😂
@@Obamastucks10128 what color is your c43? Loser
This is a great everyday fun car, yeah the C63s has the V8, but in the city there's so little chance to take advantage of those extra 4 cylinders.
best review of cla amg so far
I own one myself, I’d say it’s an amazing piece. I love the ambient lighting at night. I love the shifts too. 😊
Me too! 😊
would it be good on long highway commutes or too stiff/loud?
@@theday2learn
I have literally just driven 5 hours in mine. Longest drive ever!
Got out feeling just fine (I am 50)
You just need to play with ALL the seat settings - on the door then really fine tune on the side of the seat
@@Reluctant_Jhow much is service cost ?
@@driftyggs2609 Here in Australia @ MB dealer average $1200 per year for first 5 years. Obviously big difference between service A & service B - but that’s averaged out. Plus tyres / brakes. Non dealer - trusted Euro specialist- $800 or less if you can access parts buying @ wholesale - like we do here through AMG club.
Overall - bang for buck - AMAZING!!
I worked for MB for a few years & have been lucky enough to drive literally everything
Now that I had the $$ CLA my first choice
C63 very close 2nd - mainly due to ongoing service / rego / insurance costs
Tthe fact that this engines output is on par with a mclaren 720s. Idc how muany cylinders its missing this thing is a fuckin beast
Great review bro, but the car does not have turbo lag. When doing a launch, you have to build the boost then you'll launch proper. The car also has a Race mode which is the most aggressive settings, not Sport+
The race mode is only available on CLA45s version. Not available in the USA 🇺🇸.
Loving it man. That front end reminds me a lil of the AMG-GT 4 door thanks Andy!
...and I made that comment before I watched the vid... I see you said the same thing on there
Yup! As always, thanks for watching upbeat
Sweet AMG. VWEY detailed view over that cat. Love it 😎👌
Thanks for watching James!
Too good. I could listen all day. Thank you!
Excellent review very nice car with awesome options.
Excellent and honest revue.
I love how you go into details reviewing this beast, but the CLA45s takes the cup is the one more GT like
Great review. Keep it up 👍🏼
Thanks for the review!
Great video, thanks. Any idea when the 2021 coming out? Peace
Just scooped mine today. It’s amazing
You didn’t put the car in its most aggressive mode. This car has race mode.
I don’t think you will complain about turbo lag in race mode.
really nice video bro. keep it up. subscribed
Awesome! Thanks for watching Aniket
Wish i considered this colour
Why do people keep saying this isn't a "real" amg? It's a hand built motor and cost a shit-ton.
good color on this
I am shocked they removed the sharp body line under the door handles like on the 2019 model. It went from being aggressive looking to way more conservative looking . Both look good but the 2019 Gen looks way harder from the side and its not even close. What blows my mind is most on youtube like the new side view better. How is that? It looks so boring now. Sharp lines screamed AMG. Now from the side it does not look like an AMG. SMH.
is this denimblue metallic? looks way better in this video than the configurator
Yes I believe it is
I swear it’s not hard if the amg has a hand built engine it’s a real amg. Anything else is not amg despite factory badges (c43,e53)
when are they going to release pricing? and dealers start expecting 2021 models?
best color! no contest
I love mine. Just got a 2021 cla 45 amg love love love it. So fast. I plan on getting a chip, upgraded exhaust, among other things.
I want to upgrade to 2021 from my 2014 but the exhaust is holding be back…2021 exhaust is worse to me.
still happy ?
Can you do a review of the mercedes c55 when you get a chance?
Can you get a red brake caliber? ...on the 2023 model?
the denim blue color is really cool
Wish the waistline wasn't so high, tiny windows do make it look claustrophobic.
I don’t think thats turbo lag, probably tuned to do that.
He didn't do a race start. There is a race start procedure that will enable the car to rev out at maximum, build boost and then launch as you disengage the breaks. The fact the it built speed from his pull off, shows that he used normal driving mode which assumes you aren't trying to drag.
Top of the line?
Cla45s: am I a joke to you?
Hey Fay...thats not sold in North America
Drive Steady bummer for you guys man
o.0 very nice...
Hi I wanna know how many gallons full up ?
13.5 gallons
You didn't mention anything about the handling characteristics of this car?? What's your thoughts on that. I think engine is good but fir a car this expensive it better have a damn good handling chassis
Its feels like most newer cars today. I wil admit that I didn't have enough time with it to really feel out the handling but the thing that stood out at me specifically is that steering feel. Typically it feels very artificial, but in this car it felt more natural.
Do i get the old shape cla45 (2016) or the cla 35 ! If so why?
Does this pop and crackle?
I bought one.
The A45s version sold in Europe and Australia where I'm from, actually has the most powerful 2.0L engine in production with 415 hp and 369 ft-lbs of torque. Strange you guys don't have that version.
Yup, the US doesn't get alot of cool cars
And its a shame you guys get a deformed shape car with those humps in the rear. Understand they are bumpers which are mandatory in some states. Sure as hell makes the back looks ugly af.
Agree, its ruins the smooth lines of the rear end
This is a USA review man back off jackson, jesus
@@metalstorm45at least i own one lol
you have platic on doors donwside, cla 45s 0-60 mph 3.7, 3.8 seconds, in Germany this car without options 64 000 euros (euro is a little bit stronger than american dollar) and with options (full loaded) worth about 95 000 euros.
95K €? Holy shit. I’m from Canada and I bought my CLA 45 for 92K CAD which is 65K €. Why is there such a difference in price?
@@AceShadowbloodcivic Europa😂
Price is premium too lol
cla 45s is better in every way.
There's a top version with 420 bhp.
Thanks Rusty! The US unfortunetly didn't get that version
No plastic? Prety sure almost the whole key is plastic ._.
wow that color is nasty lol nice
U don’t know about launch control.